2009 program book of the edo leadership sumit

O r g a n i z e d b y e d O L e a d e r s h i p a s s e m b L y

Sheraton Hotel, Chicago

August 6-9, 2009

www.edoleadership.org

For more information

contact: [email protected] Segun Dawodu joan.O’sa OviaweJoseph EreyiSumonu Bello-Osagie Kienuwa ObasekiOboma Asemota

O r g a n i z e r s

EDOLEADERSHIP SUMMITSuStaining Democracy: responsive Leadership, economic empowerment and cultural renaissance

Celebrating all Edos

Gala & Awards BanquetAward RecipientsDr. Ernest IzevbigieDr. Austin AghoMr. Aiyamenkhue EdokpoloDr. Mercy ObeimeMr. Lancelot Oduwa ImasuenEdo State Women Association Association Against Women Export

Summit ActivitiesRoundtable discussions, Keynote Presentations, Ideas and Projects ExhibitionTrade Mission

FundraisingELA Development Project Chief Launcher, Captain Hosa Okunbo

HonoreesDr. Chris OgiemwonyiMr. Greg OgbeifunDr. Friday Okonofua Dr. Mrs. Esohe Enobakhare-Mark Dr. Isa Odidi Dr. Segun DawoduDr. Owen Jackson ObasekiJustice Gladys OlotuDr. Godwin Obasogie

Command Performance (cultural show)Lady Aghabiomon Ogbeiwi

H.E. Comrade-Governor Adams Oshiomhole,Executive Governor of Edo State

H.E. Crown Prince Eheneden Erediauwa, Edaiken N’Uselu and Ambassador Extraordinary

and Plenipotentiary of Nigeria to Italy

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Timeline of Deliverables

Please Support the mission of The Benin

Foundation in Edo State!

Who We AreThe Benin Foundation (TBF) is a subsidiary of the Edo Lead-ership Assembly. TBF is a registered 501C (3) non-profit or-ganization in the U.S.A., incorporated in 2009 to actualize the action-oriented foci of the Edo Leadership Assembly. TBF will serve as the project implementation arm of ELA to ac-complish the organization’s mission, vision and performance benchmarks comprehensively outlined in its strategic plan.

MissionTBF aims to alleviate poverty and initiate programs that will promote self sufficiency and foster human development in Edo State.

What We DoPrograms • Ruralselfhelpprojects• Agricultureproject• PromotingLiteracy• PromotingbasicHealthandNutrition• Communityorganizingforsocialchange• Medicalmissions• Educationmissions

Allocation of DonationsTBF is committed to transparency and accountability, a larger percentage of funds donated to the organization will go directly to programs that will benefit the poor.

80% - Programs 20% - Administrative costs

Programs

Admin

August 2009 - Launch and Fundraising

October 2009 - Finalize Project(s) scope and implementation stategies

December 2009 - Launch Project(s) in Edo State

June 2010 - Project(s) Mid-year Review

Responsible Use of DonationsTo ensure probity in the management of The Benin Foundation (TBF) funds, Board members and any individual affiliated with TBF will be required to inform the organization in writing of any conflict or potential conflict that may exist or arise between their personal interests and the interests of TBF. For the avoidance of scandal and potential breach of ethics, Board members are disallowed from en-riching themselves through the work of TBF.

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CoNtACt Dr. Segun Dawodu MD, JD, MBAVice President Publicity

Sustaining Democracy Responsive Leadership

Edo Leadership Assembly

for graciously accepting our invitation

to attend this summit and for his commitment towards the success of this event.

Oba gha t'okpere - Ise!!

Extends Profound Gratitude to

His Excellency, Crown Prince

Eheneden Erediauwa, Edaiken N' Uselu, Ambassador Extraordinary

and Plenipotentiary of Nigeria to Italy,

We wish you a safe return back to Rome.

About The Edo Leadership AssemblyThe Edo Leadership Assembly was founded in 2008 to foster cross-ethnic collaboration, focused and goals orientated engagement and contributions to the development of Edo State. While also addressing specific issues that impact Benin people.

The principal organizational vehicles for our activities are:Programs and Events• Projects that will benefit all Edos irrespective of language or ethnic affiliations• Policy briefings• Collaboration with other groups•

As a registered non-profit organization in the United States, ELA supports the activities of its members to: develop their leadership skills, become active change agents in their communities and make invaluable contributions to the development of our people and Edo state.

Mission: To develop a leadership cadre of men and women, committed to advancing the social, cultural, economic and political interests of all Edos, with particular focus on issues that af-fect Benin people.

Vision:To promote the unity, development and advancement of the Edos• To facilitate the Benin Development goals• To work collaboratively with other ethnic groups in Nigeria• To foster capacity building and leadership development•

The Three Principles of Edo Leadership AssemblyOyayasivbie Evbuomwan -- PATRIOTISMELA sees the need for a movement that is dedicated to addressing issues that affect Benin people, by allocating time, resources and skills, to advance the Benin development agenda. ELA recognizes the cardinal notion that, with few exceptions, the Benins can look to no one, but themselves to improve their stations in life. Edoyęmwen -- DIGNITY Pride in and knowledge of Benin tradition, culture, history, and people hood. Edoyęmwen is the need to have pride in our people, without being maligned and relegated to a position of irrelevance. Edoyęmwen connotes pride, self-respect and the dignity in being a Benin.Akugbe -- UNITYCreates within the Benin man or woman the knowledge that it is Benin unity, hard work and self-discipline that will lead to the progress of the Benin people.

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My Dear Compatriots,

Welcome to the 2009 Edo Leadership Summit! A first of its kind event, organized to create a platform that will foster a strong and viable relationship between the leadership of Edo State and the Edo diaspora, for the purpose of increasing the pace of development in our beloved State.

We are living in a momentous age of globalization, technological advancement and innovation, where the keys to success lie with government’s ability to marshal scarce resources for the benefit of the masses. Everything we know about today’s global economy and human development tells us that investment in the masses, particularly in the welfare of the poor and disenfranchised, is one of the wisest and most prudent investments any society can make. This is a herculean task that requires a strong partnership between the government of Edo State and the Edo diaspora. Therefore, the theme of this summit, Sustaining Democracy: Responsive Leadership, Economic Empowerment and Cultural Renaissance provides a framework for a solutions oriented dialogue and goal setting that will lead to a renewed commitment from the Edo indigenes abroad to contribute substantially towards the socio-economic advancement of all Edo indigenes.

Our commitment to advancing the development goals of Edo State is unrelenting. ELA represents a new generation of non partisan socio-cultural organizations in the diaspora. We draw from the past to develop the future, while also recognizing the urgency of the present. Through ELA, Edo diasporans will become vitally connected to the world they seek - a world of ideas, of challenges, of possibilities and of partnerships.

I invite you to become part of our momentum and join the collective movement to build for our people and ourselves a future bright with promise and potential. The time for an Edo State Economic, Cultural, and Leadership renaissance is now!

Welcome to the State of Illinois and the land of Lincoln and Obama!

Oba gha t’okpere

Sincerely,Oboma Asemota Dr. Oboma Asemota President

Welcome message from the ELA President

ABOUT CHICAGO

Chicago is the largest city in the U.S. state of Illinois, and with over 2.8 million people is the third largest city in the United States. Located on the southwestern shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago is the third-most densely populated major city in the U.S., and anchor to the world’s 26th largest metropolitan area with over 9.5 million people across three states.

After a series of wars with the local American Natives, Chicago was founded in 1833, near a portage between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River watershed. The city became a major transportation and telecommunications hub in North America. Today, the city retains its status as a major hub, both for industry and infrastructure, with its O’Hare Airport as the second busiest airport in the world. In modern times, the city has taken on additional dimension as a center for business and finance, and is listed as one of the world’s top ten Global Financial Centers. Chicago is a stronghold of the Democratic Party, and has been home to influential politicians, including the current President of the United States, Barack Obama [and Abraham Lincoln]. The World Cities Study Group at Loughborough University rated Chicago as an alpha world city.

As of 2007, the city attracts 44.2 million visitors annually. Making use of its abundant resources, Chicago has a heritage for hosting major international, national, regional, and local events that include commerce, culture, entertainment, politics, and sports. In 2008, Chicago was chosen as one of the final four world city candidates to host the 2016 Summer Olympics and is the only American city on the list.

Globally recognized. Chicago has numerous nicknames, which reflect the impressions and opinions about historical and contemporary Chicago. The best known include: “Chi-town”; the “Windy City” with reference to Chicago politicians and residents boasting about their city; “Second City,” due to the city generally being the second most prestigious in the nation in terms of transportation, culture, and finance and the “City of the Big Shoulders”, referring to its numerous skyscrapers, which were invented in Chicago, and described as being husky and brawling.

Culled from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago

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From top left: Chicago Theater, the Sears Tower, the University of Chicago, the skyline from the Museum Campus, Navy Pier, the Field Museum, and Crown Fountain in Millennium Park

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Welcome and Greetings from the Summit Coordinator

Dear Friends,

A few thoughts as you prepare to encounter the 2009 Edo Leadership Summit! I implore you to actively participate in the summit’s menu of activities. The essence of any great gathering is the willingness of people who are cerebral, to come together to dialogue about issues that they are passionate about in a manner that delights and inspires action! Every participant in this summit brings value and adds to the greater good by contributing their genius to the dialogic process. As we at ELA re-shape and re-invigorate the diaspora relationship with the homeland and on behalf of the ELA members, officers and the volunteers who worked so hard to make this Summit a reality and a success, I welcome you to Chicago, the “windy city” and I thank you sincerely for honoring the invitation to leave all else, to come and spend a weekend of high level and serious deliberations with your fellow Edo patriots. Ob’ okhian! Mo Khia! Obo-shan!

Let me use this opportunity to give a quick run-down of what to expect this weekend: Break out Sessions – allows for the sharing of concrete ideas and realistic solutions Panel Presentations – creates an opportunity for a wider communal discussion on specific issues around governance and democracy. Ideas and Projects Exhibition – brings people with ideas and projects that will benefit Edo State in contact with leaders from the State and Summit participants. Gala and Awards Banquet – is a celebration of all Edo State indigenes in general and recognition of the outstanding achievements and selfless service of a few of our compatriots and organizations.

In closing, I ask that you think innovatively and outside the box this weekend. Together we can take this gathering to another level by thinking creatively and staying committed to the goals of the summit. The mission of the organizers of this summit, donors, and volunteers is nothing less than to do the community proud by staging an event that breaks out of the old mode of doing things and embraces new and exciting thinking that both enlightens and enlivens in such a way that at the end of it all, people will leave this confab with new knowledge, inspiration, and a renewed determination to get engaged and stay involved! Essentially the activities at this Summit are an embodiment of the leadership and capacity building ethos of ELA.

Our goal is to make this weekend a positively eventful weekend for each and everyone of you! Activities have been arranged with an eye to meeting and exceeding participants’ expectations of valued added and valued received.

I wish you all a very productive confab as you rekindle old friendships and forge new ones.God Bless Edo State, the Heartbeat of Nigeria!

Warmly,joan Oviawejoan.O’sa OviaweSummit CoordinatorVice President Programs and Events

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07 08Sustaining Democracy Responsive Leadership

09 10Economic Empowerment Cultural Renaissance

Ebe Emwanmwan Summit ProgramEdo Leadership Summit , August 6-9, Chicago

THURSDAY, August 6, 2009

3:00 pm – 7:00 pmRegistration and Gala Tickets Pick-upLobby 5:00 pm – 6:30 pmArrivalsELA Board MeetingRoom: Chicago 1 6:30 pm – 7:30 pmMeeting with Potential ELA MembersRoom: Chicago 1 7:40 pm – 8:00 pm OrientationAll panelists, facilitators, rapporteurs and reviewers only.This is a mandated short orientation sessionto brief panelists, facilitators, rappoteurs and reviewers on their roles and performance expectations during the summitRoom: Chicago 1 8:00 pm – 10:00 pmOb’ okhian! Mo Khia! Obo-shan!Networking reception (sip n’chew) light refreshment providedEveryone is invited!Room: Grand Ballroom Foyer

FRIDAY, August 7, 2009

7:30 am – 9:00 amBreakfast (Buffet) 8:00 am – 12:00 pmRegistration and Gala Tickets Pick-up Lobby 9:00 am – 9:20 amSummit Opening CeremonyEtueyi (Introductions) – Mr. Sumonu Bello-Osagie, ELA Senior Vice PresidentRoom: Grand Ballroom 9:20 am - 9:35 amÌdòlòwà (Summit Overview) – joan.O’sa Oviawe, ELA VP Programs and Events

9:35 am – 10:00 amIkpe ‘mwen n’okaro (Opening Remarks) - Dr. Oboma Asemota, ELA President 10:00 am – 10:10 amDeclaration of the Summit open- Comrade Governor Oshiomhole Opening 10:10 am – 11:00 amDemonstration – Fufu Magic (invention) – Dr. Gregson Oghafua and Production crewRoom: Grand Ballroom 11:00 am – 11:20 amAudience QuestionsOhenhen (Moderator): Mr. Sumonu Bello-Osagie 11:20 am – 11:30 amRemarks- Nigeria diaspora Liaison Officer – Mr. Femi Odere 11:30 am – 1:30 pmMorning dialogue and work sessions 1:30 pm – 2:30 pmEvbare avan (Lunch Break) 2:30 pm – 2:45 pmEghe ihewe (Break) 2:45pm–4:45pmAfternoon dialogue and work sessions 4:45 pm – 6:00 pmDiaspora Direct Investment: Beyond Philanthropy, Becoming a Viable Development Partner with Edo StateOle iko ogbakha (panelists): Dr. Roland Ehigiamusoe, Mr. Billy Osawaru, Prof. Brimmy OlaghereOle iko Panel Chair: joan.O’sa OviaweRoom: Grand Ballroom 6:00 pm – 6:30 pmProject Presentation: Agricultural Processing and Storage CenterDr. Kienuwa Obaseki, ELA VP Finance

7:00 pm – 8:00 pmEvbare ota (Dinner)Hosts in the Lounge- Informal Discussions

Some members of the Edo Leadership Assembly will be hosting informal conversations in the hotel lounge to discuss the day’s sessions. You are welcome to join.


Dr. Gregson Orobosa Oghafua has created the FUFU MAGIC for all of those who love fufu!

Dr. Oghafua was born in Benin City, Nigeria. He emigrated to the United States of America at the age of 17 to go to college. Like almost all African immigrants, he worked odd jobs -- dishwasher, janitor, security

guard, and machinist while paying his way through college and Medical School.

He received his MD (Doctor of Medicine) from Howard University College of Medicine in 1984. He followed with his Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine at Howard University Hospital and a Fellowship in Cardiology at Howard University Hospital. He went on to a Cardiology Fellowship, which included Inter-

ventional Cardiology, at Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana He is a Board Certified Cardiologist and has practiced Cardiology for 17 years.

Because of his love of fufu, Dr. Oghafua has worked hard to develop the FUFU MAGIC . Development of

FUFU MAGIC began as soon as God blessed him with the original invention in December 2004.

He looks forward to the opportunity to bring you FUFU MAGIC to enhance your life!

For more information visit: www.fufumagic.com

FUFU MAGIC LATEST INVENTION!

Who invented and Developed the FUFU MAGIC?

Ebe Emwanmwan Summit ProgramEdo Leadership Summit , August 6-9, Chicago

SATURDAY, August 8, 2009

7:30 am – 9:00 amBreakfast (Buffet) 8:00 am – 12:00 amRegistration and Gala Ticket Pick-up 9:00 am – 10:30 amExhibits OpenIdeas and Projects Exhibition(Grand Ballroom Foyer)Reviewers: Mr. Tony Osula, Mrs. Barbara Emode, Mr. Ohima Agans-Oliha Herbal medicine Solar EnergyMicro-LendingSickle Cell 10:40am – 10:50 amEtueyi (Introductions) – Mr. Sumonu Bello-OsagieRoom: Grand Ballroom

10:50am – 11:00 amÌdòlòwà (General Information) – joan.O’sa Oviawe 11:00am – 11:30 pmKeynote AddressHis Excellency, Comrade Governor Adams Aliu Oshiomhole- Executive Governor of Edo State 11:30pm – 12:30 pmEvbare avan (Lunch Break) 12:30pm – 12:45 pmEghe ihewe (Break) 12:45pm – 1:45pmBrief presentations of the proceedings from Friday’s break-out sessionsPresenters: All break out session Rapporteurs and FacilitatorsAvbe Ohenhen (Moderators): Dr. Segun Dawodu, Dr. Kienuwa Obaseki 1:45pm – 2:45 pmGeneral discussionsAvbe Ohenhen (Moderators): Mr. Joseph Ereyi, ELA VP Administration, Mr. Uyi Osagiede 2:45pm – 3:00 pmIdeas Exchange: Interactive and networking sessionOhenhen (Moderator): Mr. Sumonu Bello-Osagie 3:00pm – 3:30 pmClosing CeremonyAnnouncement – Edo Diaspora Ideas Xchange- Dr. Segun Dawodu, ELA VP PublicityWa Uruese (Vote of thanks) – joan.O’sa OviaweClosing Remarks- Dr. Oboma Asemota 3:30pm – 3:40 pmAnnouncement- (Gala and Awards Banquet) Ms. Odaro Owen,ELA VP Policy and Projects 7:30 pmGala Banquet – Arrival and Seating (NO AFRICAN TIME PLEASE) Ticket required for admittance. No provisions have been made for babies and children

FRIDAY: Eghe na ya ziro Morning Work Sessions

11:30 am – 1:30 pmAgriculture: Food production as a means of Poverty alleviation and Revenue generation

Ol’iyobor (Facilitators): Dr. Roland Ehigiamusoe, Prof. Helen Asemota, Mr. Ibosa OshodinOmunu (Rapporteur): Mr. Frank AtivieRoom: GATEWAY Women’s Empowerment: Advancing Women’s Rights, Eliminating the Prostitution Stigma and Alleviating girl-child trafficking Ol’iyobor (Facilitators): Dr. (Mrs.) Esohe Enobakhare-Mark, Princess (Mrs.) Joan Edugie Nzeribe, Ms. Eki OgbeideOmunu (Rapporteur): Dr. Rosaline OkosunRoom: Rosemont 1 Erosion and Security: Cost effective ways to control Erosion, providing adequate security of life and propertyOl’iyobor (Facilitators): Mr. Samuel Omede, Mrs. Izoduwa Obayagbona, Mr. John Okuonghae, Professor Sunnie AburimeOmunu (Rapporteur): Ms. Ivie OsifoRoom: Boardroom 306 Youth Empowerment and Sports: Empowering Youths to reach their full potentialOl’iyobor (Facilitators): Dr. Godwin Obasogie, Engr. U. Lucky Irowa, Miss Cynthia OmokaroOmunu (Rapporteur): Mr. Aiyamenkhue Edokpolo, SSA on Government and StrategyRoom: Boardroom 406 Cultural Renaissance: Tourism, Arts and Culture as a source of Revenue generation and Cultural Renaissance Ol’iyobor (Facilitators): Prof. Ademola Iyi-Eweka, Mr. Lancelot Oduwa ImasuenOmunu (Rapporteur): Mr. Orobosa Omo-Ojo ( JP), SSA on Culture and TourismRoom: Rosemont 2 1:30 pm – 2:30 pmEvbare avan (Lunch Break) FRIDAY: Eghe na ya ziro Afternoon Work Sessions

2:45pm - 4:45 pmEducation: Improving Basic and Higher Education, the Way ForwardOl’iyobor (Facilitators): Dr. Rosaline Okosun, Dr. Richard Ayanru, Dr. Robert IgbinoviaOmunu (Rapporteur): Prof. Peter AghimienRoom: Gateway Health: Improving Healthcare deliveryOl’iyobor (Facilitators): Dr. Harris Enabulele, Mr. Franklin Omoruna,Prof. EJ EboseOmunu (Rapporteur): Mr. Louis EbodagheRoom: Rosemont 1 Economic Empowerment: Developing Gele gele Seaport and Diaspora Direct InvestmentOl’iyobor (Facilitators): Dr. Lucky Ehigiator, Mr. Greg U. Ogbeifun, Mr. Osa Osunde,Omunu (Rapporteur): Mr. Taiwo Akerele, SSA on Policy and Economic StrategyRoom: Rosemont 2 Research and Development: Creating a Research Triangle in Edo StateOl’iyobor (Facilitators): Prof. Ernest Izevbigie, Dr. Paul Eke, Dr. Osbert Egiebor, Dr. John OronsayeOmunu (Rapporteur): Prof. Helen Asemota, Board Room: 406 Economic Empowerment: How to Develop Rural AreasOl’iyobor (Facilitators): Enogie Felix Omorodion, Hon. Emmanuel Arigbe-Osula, Mrs. Joy GuobadiaOmunu (Rapporteur): Mr. Nicholas IreroaBoard Room: 306


Awardees Bio

ELA 2009 Awards RecipientsOutstanding Career Achievement Award:Dr. Ernest B. Izevbigie obtained his Ph.D. degree in Growth Biology/ Biochemistry in 1996 from Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Biochemistry/ Cancer Biology at the National Institute of Craniofacial and Dental Research (NIDCR) /NIH, Bethesda, Maryland, from 1996-1998. He joined the Jackson State University ( JSU) Biology faculty in 1999, and currently a Professor of Biology/Biochemistry. His research interest is the characterization, development, and therapeutic index assessment of novel plant-derived agents as candidates for breast cancer prevention and/or therapies. He has patented several plant-based pharmacological formulae as potential candidates for cancer therapies. He also founder of EdoBotanics (EB), LLC. EB uses proprietary technologies in state-of-the-art laboratories to process, ex-tract, and standardize compounds from plants to make dietary supplements (phytoceuticals and nutraceuticals) capable of delivering maximum and consistent potency Dietary Supplements for promoting/supporting the immune, breast/prostate, and Gastrointestinal (GI) health.

Dr. Augustine O. Agho joined the Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis on July 14, 2008 as Dean of the Indiana University School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. Dr. Agho obtained his doctoral degree in Hospital and Health Administration from the College of Medicine at the University of Iowa, Master of Health Administration degree from Governors State University, and Bachelor of Arts in Management Science from Alaska Pacific University in Anchorage, Alaska. Prior to assuming his current position, Dr. Agho served as the founding Dean of the School of Health Professions and Stud-ies at the University of Michigan-Flint. During his distinguished tenure, he established the Urban Health and Wellness Center – a nurse-managed/physical therapy clinic and established new degree programs (i.e., BS in Health Sciences, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Clinical Practice track in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program). He also worked with faculty to increase student enrollment, articulation agreements with community colleges, endowed scholarships for students, and international service-learning opportunities for faculty and students. Mr. Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen is a highly successful and sought after filmmaker in Nigeria and has become the pride of the Edos home and abroad. To date, he has directed over 200 films many of which have garnered awards at film festivals and film awards in Nigeria and other parts of the world.As a movie director, Mr. Imasuen has single-handedly raised more world-acclaimed Nollywood stars than any other director in Nigeria and perhaps in Africa. During a12 year period of prolific and high fulfilling career as a filmmaker, he produced more award-wining movies than any of his closest contemporaries in Nigeria; thus, becoming one of the most sought after film directors in Africa today. He was invited to Hollywood to direct the first Hollywood/Nollywood collaboration (Friendly Enemy) making him the first to achieve this feat in the Nigerian movie industry.His latest movie EBUWA, has been premiered in Benin city, Abuja, New York, Atlanta, Boston, New Jersey, Toronto and London; a first for any Nollywood movie. He was featured as a guest on CNN screening special feature on Africa cinema, BBC focus Africa, Public Media Radio New York, China Radio International, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and several other world print and broadcast media. He has also been featured as the main character in two major documentaries on the Nollywood phenomenon; one by the Canadian film board and another by a Dutch man Alex van der Mier, titled Nollywood Babylon and Coming soon respectively. Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen has won several awards and was a participant at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival in the Utah, USA.

Distinguished Service Award:

In January 2004, Dr. Mercy Obeime delivered about $800,000 of donated medicine and supplies to her homeland, Nigeria. That was during her ”spare time“ as director of the Mercy Foundation, a non–profit healthcare organization she and several classmates from medical school started in 2001 to help fight HIV—AIDS in Nigeria, which she confides is “a big, silent problem, with lots more out there.”During her normal “nine–to–five” life and well beyond, of course, like the deeply caring family physician she is, Obeime can be found at the Saint Francis Neighborhood Health Center at Garfield Park, where she has served as Medical Director since 1996. She was nominated a Local Legend by Representative Julia Carson [D–IN–7]. In prior recognition of her dedication and commitment to the inner–city residents of Indianapolis, Obeime was chosen as a National Winner of the 2003 Spirit of Women Awards in the Healthcare category. She is committed to treating the whole person, regardless of ability to pay. “It is very important to treat people with compassion and dignity,” she says “to listen and find out what it is they want. Along with all the technology of American medicine, there is a need for faith and values, espe-cially with older people.” Whether at home in Indianapolis or back home in Nigeria, Obeime’s strong commitment to public health enhances the quality of life for women, their children and families, and their communities.

Edo State Women Association (ESWA) is an African Diaspora organisation established in 1991 by a group of women from the Nigerian Home Town Association living in the United Kingdom, who at the time were experiencing similar needs relat-ing to family, community and social issues.

ESWA focuses on key projects to improve the lives of mothers and children working in the markets in Edo State. Initially, the group sought to address the concerns of women from Edo State origin 0nly, but over the years ESWA has transformed into a community group, seeking to tackle wider issues faced by local residents in United Kingdom, USA and Nigeria. ESWA also sup-ports important projects in the United Kingdom benefiting children from underprivileged backgrounds within the African com-munity in London. ESWA works within communities in Nigeria and the UK to tackle issues at grassroots level and in the past years has made a difference to hundred’s of lives. ESWA’s support enables women to become empowered, to support themselves and give their children a chance of achieving a better life.As a duly registered British Charity, ESWA is recognized for her significant contributions in Edo State, Nigeria and United King-dom and has established several significant projects, such as: Community Pre-School (a free child care service for the children of market women in Edo State), to support children of low income market women, and in United Kingdom, Toys Appeal and Youth Club to support children from underprivileged backgrounds within the African community in London. ESWA’s mission is to make a great difference in the lives of children, youths and women in Edo State and around the world, and create a good global image of Africa, while setting an acceptable standard of living for mothers and their children.

ESWA’s Director, Eki Ogbeide, was invited by the Queen of England on 12th November 2007, to attend a reception with the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace- as a reflection ESWA’s work and association with Commonwealth African countries. This was a distinguished privilege for ESWA.

ASSOCIATION AGAINST WOMEN EXPORT (AAWE) AAWE: “Making a difference”AAWE was established in 2000 and is registered and incorporated as an international Not-for-Profit Organization in the State of North Carolina, USA. The Corporation is organized for charitable and educational purposes and has tax exempt status within section 501(c) (3) and any other relevant section (s) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. AAWE members reside in Canada, United Kingdom, United States and Nigeria. AAWE is deeply committed to taking appropriate measures to eliminate all forms of trafficking in humans, the exploitation of women generally, and Edo women and children in particular. Bearing in mind the great contribution of women to the welfare of the family and to the development of society in general, our overall objective is to assist in Empowering, Mentoring and Up-lifting women through Self-Awareness and Education. AAWE supports the eliminations of all forms of discrimination against women, and all our initiatives are aimed at empower-ing Edo young girls and poor women. AAWE also serves as a Networking, Information, Advocacy and Training Forum for the women of Edo State.

AAWE does this by: 1. Involving community leaders, institutions, the law enforcement agencies and legislatures, media and the hotel and tourist industries in the fight against prostitution and commercial traffic in women and children. 2. Liaising with other organizations with similar objectives to fight this modern slave trade. 3. Lobbying the government of Edo State to enact appropriate laws and policies, which explicitly criminalize the trafficking in human beings, especially teenage girls and women. 3. Offering scholarships to both high school and university students 4. Providing Micro-Credit Loans to women to start cottage industries. 5. Providing mentoring programs for both high school and university students Many of our high school scholarship recipients have completed their education and three of our University students have graduated from the University of Benin. Two are lawyers and the third student studied Business Administration. Over 250 women have benefited from the Micro-Credit Loan program. AAWE is in the process of starting a Micro-Credit School.

Community Leadership Award:Mr. Aiyamenkhue Edokpolo is currently pursuing graduate studies in Public Administration at the University of Benin. This is in addition to his other responsibilities with the Edo State Government. As a young activist, Comrade Aiya (as he is fondly called by friends and associates) became concerned by the worrisome decline in values and morals in the society; hence in 2000, he joined forces with his colleagues to spear-head the Benin Youth Congress- a socio-cultural group. This later gave birth to the Benin National Congress (BNC) in August 2005. The BNC is an organization at the apex of fostering the much desired Edo cultural and social renaissance. Mr. Aiyamenkhue Edokpolo has a strong record of community activism for positive change and he has subsequently taken on the leadership mantle of mobilizing his contemporaries to become active civil advocates for socio-political progress in Edo State, Niger Delta and Nigeria at large. Some highlights of his community leadership include: writing petitions to the House of Representatives to take up the issue of repatriating stolen Benin artifacts, petitioning the Federal government of Nigeria in July 2007 over the continued looting of Be-nin artifacts by those meant to be caretakers of the art works. As a result, five directors and assistants in the Ministry of Tour-ism, Culture and National Orientation in October 2007, were subsequently fired. In addition to being an active voice within the numerous voices agitating for the return of stolen Benin artifacts, he also sought legal review of the unjust appropriation of Edo oil wells to neighboring States of Ondo and Delta. His commitment to the community has garnered him audience with the Oba of Benin as well as an invited reception in 2008 at Government House by Prof. Senator, Osarhiemen Osunbor for his doggedness in the fight for social justice and cultural rebirth on behalf of Edo people.Additionally, in recognition of his leadership ability and remarkable work ethics, he was appointed Senior Special Assistant to Edo State Governor- Politics and Strategy, by Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, the Governor of Edo State. Aiyamenkhue is the recipient of several awards; including the Midwest Achievers Award by the Midwest Herald 2007. In his spare time, he is an active member of his local Rotary club.

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A hearty congratulations to Dr. Okosun,

Founder and President of the Association Against Women Export

and all the members of AAWE for this well deserved honor! Your tireless work on be-half of women and girls everywhere is a

template for us all to emulate.

God Bless you all!Barbara and Richard Emode

Benin International Chamber of Commerce and Industryheartily congratulate our dear member

Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen as he receives this very great award!

EBUWA cast and crew joins the management and staff of Lancelot Imasuen Media Network Ltd., to con-gratulate our filmmaker as he is been bestored with this prestigious award by the Edo Leadership Forum.

It is a well deserved honor!For more information about the movie EBUWA visit www.themovieebuwa.com

On behalf of the under listed organizations, I felicitate with the Edo Leadership Assembly for honoring a distinguished group of illustrious sons and daughters of Edo state at this year’s Leadership summit.

We particularly want to congratulate Comrade Aiya Edokpolo, recipient of the prestigious Community Leadership Award! Our indefatiguable brother, thank you for all that you do!

Bright Bright Ltd.Professional Training services UK

Sisime foods express LtdFoje contractors (Nig) Ltd

Feligrace International Ltd.I wish you all the best in all your future endeavours for the betterment of our people.

Long live Edo State & Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria.Odaro Ize Omoregie.

C.E.O

The members and Board of Trustees of the Benin National Congress

heartily congratulate our brother, friend, founder and president of Benin

National Congress Comrade Aiyamenkhue Edokpolo,

Senior Special Assistant to the Edo State Governor-Politics and Strategy on the occassion of this noble recognition of your stellar contributions to the advancement

of Social justice, Peace and Development.

By the Edo Leadership Assembly.

Our Leader, Edo w’ Uruese!For more about the Benin National Congress, visit us at www.benincongress.org

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Gala & Awards Night

Dear Edo Patriots,

On behalf of the Edo Leadership Assembly, I extend a warm greeting to you all for gracing this must-attend event. Based on the meticulous and sound planning put in place by the ELA planning committee, I have no doubt that we are all in for a collective treat and a productive gathering! It gladdens my heart to know that the ELA has taken a leadership role in bringing all stakeholders together, irrespective of ideological or philosophical differences, kudos to the pioneer members and founders of the Edo Leadership Assembly.

ELA has, through the quality of the program they have put together, and the professional manner in which every aspect of the organization has so far been executed, shown that they are an organization to be reckoned with and ready for serious business.

I invite you to join me in wholeheartedly supporting the efforts of this noble group. When I was asked to be the Chief Launcher of the ELA project that will be launched at the Gala and Awards Banquet, I only accepted the invitation after thorough appraisal of the group’s worthiness. Happily, I can unequivocally tell you that ELA is an organization worth supporting!

Please join me in generously supporting the work of ELA and their vision for the economically disadvantaged in Edo State.

See you at the Gala and Awards Banquet!

Sincerely,

Hosa Okunbo

Capt. Hosa Okunbo

ELA Project Chief Launcher

>> Arrival of Guests>> Recognition of Distinguished Guests>> Introduction of Chief Launcher/Chairwoman>> Introduction of Awardees/Honorees>> Opening Prayer/Breaking of Kolanuts>> Dinner >> Presentation of Awardees and Honorees>> Presentation- Museum Project>> Cultural Performance>> Awards Presentation>> Recognition of Honorees>> Launching of The Benin Foundation Inc.>> Fundraising>> Vote of thanks>> Dance! Dance! Dance!


Dear All,

Greetings! And many thanks for gracing this occasion with your distinguished presence. On behalf of the members and officers of the Edo Leadership Assembly, I say welcome. As you know, the purpose of the Gala and Awards Banquet is to both recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of Edo people in various facets of life and particularly shine the spotlight on a select few who have distinguished themselves in all areas.

While we celebrate what has been accomplished, it is also important for us to re-commit ourselves to what is still yet to be done. There is much work yet, and the laborers are few. Hence, the second purpose of the Banquet is a call to action for us all to join our brothers and sisters of the Edo Leadership Assembly, to support them by donating generously towards their project. In this vein, I want to specially appeal to my sisters, to support the work of ELA. We all know that poverty disproportionately affects women. And as women with means, it is our responsibility to find ways to reach out to those who are less fortunate.

I wholeheartedly support the mission and vision of ELA in relation to instituting programs that will alleviate poverty in Edo state and beyond.

Thank you very much for your time.

With Regards,

Enobakhare Mark

Dr. (Mrs.) Esohe RoseMarie Enobakhare-Mark

Gala and Awards Banquet Chairwoman


A PILOT AGRICULTURE PROCESSING CENTER FOR EDO STATE

A PROJECT OF EDO LEADERSHIP ASSEMBLY

PROJECT INITIATOR: Dr. Kienuwa Obaseki

contact: [email protected] [email protected]

AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT AND THE 10 ZONE STRUCTURE


ELA 2009 Honorees cont’dELA 2009 HonoreesBeing honored for excellence in various fields of human endeavor and com-mitment to social causes above and beyond the call of duty. Mr. Gregory Utomwen Ogbeifun is Chairman and CEO of Starzs Investments Company Limited. He is a qualified Marine Engineer with a first class (combined) certificate of competency and an Associate Member of The Institute of Marine Engi-neers. Mr. Ogbeifun is recognized as a Marine Surveyor by Lloyds Register of Shipping, London, and Germanischer Lloyds of Germany and is a non-exclusive surveyor to Germanischer Lloyds in charge of over 80% of the Nigerian maritime region. Mr. Ogbeifun is a member of the British Society of Marine Consultants and Ship Surveyors and a member of American Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers. When not being the consummate professional and businessman, Mr. Ogbeifun is a committed philanthropist and supports many causes.

Dr. Segun Dawodu is a practicing physician licensed in US, UK and Trinidad/Tobago with specialist qualifications in Rehabilitation Medicine, Pain Medicine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Spinal cord injury Medicine, Medical Informatics and Orthopedic Surgery. He graduated with a medical degree from University of Ibadan, Nigeria, a law degree from University of London, UK and an MBA from Johns Hopkins University, USA and postgraduate medical training in the US and UK.Dr. Dawodu is a supporter of many causes that benefit various communities. He pioneered the web presence of Edo and Del-ta peoples on the internet in the 1990s and has been recognized for his commitment to the progress of Edo State indigenes with various awards. Dr. Dawodu is happily married to Dr. Mrs. Egbe Dawodu and they are blessed with children. While not engaging in community work or political punditry, his hobbies include: flying a Cessna plane, maintaining his websites: www.edo-nation.net and www.dawodu.com

Dr. (Mrs) Esohe RoseMarie Enobakhare Mark is an extraordinary medical professional who has contributed in no small measures to effecting changes in the lives of Nigerians through her initiative, Voluntary Medical Promotive Initiative (VPI). VPI goes beyond offering free medical treatment to the less privilege, but also encourages doctors, nurses, pharmacists, medical technicians, philanthropists to support the health sector. She has been to the South-East, South-South, and North-Central parts of Nigeria with her Medical team giving free medical treatment, encouraging the youths, helping the widows and orphans. She has also taken the initiative to visit the militant youths in their creek-advocating for them to drop their arms and seek peaceful resolutions to the Niger-delta conflict. Her commitment to social and development issues has earned her many recognitions and awards in Africa and Europe.

Prof. Friday Okonofua, BSc, MB CHB, FWACS, is Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Provost of the College of Medical Sciences at the University of Benin in Nigeria. He is a key reproductive health expert and advocate in the African region, as well as the Executive Director of the Women’s Health and Action Research Centre in Nigeria. Currently, he is the Secretary-General of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), and editor of the African Journal of Reproductive Health.

Prof. Isa Odidi is a founder and one of the principals of IntelliPharmaCeutics, and serves as Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer, Co-Chief Scientific Officer and Chair of Scientific Advisory Board. In the pharmaceutical industry, Professor Odidi is highly regarded for his entrepreneurial acumen, something rare for a scien-tist. Professor Odidi is also a highly respected innovator and inventor with a long history of success. His work has been cited in textbooks and he has published over a hundred scientific and medical papers, articles and textbooks.

Dr. Owen Jackson Obaseki has been everything expected of a patriotic Nigerian. Early in the agitation for independence, Dr. Obaseki was active in the Zikist movement to free Nigeria from the colonialists. He was jailed during one of the demon-strations for the nation’s independence from Britain. Like his father, Mr. Aiyamekhue Jackson Obaseki, the former Esama of Benin during Oba Akenzua II reign, who established several philanthropic schools, Dr. Owen Jackson Obaseki is also involved in helping the poor and the underprivileged. In 1992, he set up a charitable Foundation, with the aim of helping the orphan-ages, old people, poor and the needy in Nigeria. Ever since, Dr. Obaseki foundation has awarded over 200 medical students’ grants and scholarships. He continues to provide medications to diabetic patients free of charge. He has 5 children and several grandchildren.

Dr. (Engr.) Chris Ogiemwonyi had a glorious career at the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation where he served for 34 years before retirement after attaining the position of group executive director, exploration and production. The illustri-ous son of Benin Kingdom was born to the family of Nofekerhinmwinre and Ekhosuehi Ogiemwonyi, of Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State, 57 years ago. He was educated at the famous Western Boys’ High School, Benin; University of Benin and Nigeria premier university, the University of Ibadan where he holds a BSc (Hon) degree in Applied Physics with op-tions in electronics, a post-graduate diploma in Petroleum Engineering and other professional certificates. Dr. Ogiemwonyi is lauded for his commitment to mentoring and providing employment and business opportunities to countless individuals.

Dr. Godwin Hansen Omoruyi Obasogie is a well known name in the sports world. A product of Afuze Sports Camp in 1971, he won medal in the 110meters hurdles event for the then mid-Western state of Nigeria at the Secondary schools sports Hussey Shield competition held in Port-Harcourt where mid-West won 12 first places of 14 events. He was awarded citation and certificate of honor by the State Military Governor at the time- Col. Samuel O. Ogbemudia. That was the start of successful years to come. He went on to represent and won medals, setting records (some still unbroken) for Bendel State, Nigeria and Africa in several international competitions including Africa Games, World University games, World champion-ships, commonwealth games and the Olympic games. He retired from active competition in 1982. He serves as Chairman, Scholarship committee for the Nigerian International Athletes Association (NIAA) in the U.S.A., awarding scholarship to underprivileged youths to attend secondary schools in Nigeria. He is blessed with three male children and five grandchildren.

Justice Gladys Olotu is a Judge of the Federal High Court in Nigeria. Prior to being a Judge, she served as the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Justice, Edo State. Justice Gladys Olotu has become famous for a landmark ruling overturning the requirement by the Nigerian Immigration Services- mandating a married Nigerian woman to seek permission from her husband prior to applying for a Nigerian Passport. Judge Olotu ruled that the requirement infringed on the rights of married women.

FRANK & KEHINDE OKOSUN

Congratulate DR. ROSALINE ETITI OKOSUN

President/Founder, Association Against Women Export (AAWE)

On the occasion of the conferment of the excellent award on the Association Against Women Export (AAWE), at the 2009 Edo

Leadership Summit taking place in Chicago on August 6-9, 2009.Congratulations on the recognition of your many contributions to

the empowerment of young girls and women in Edo state.

We are very proud of your achievements.Congratulations our sweet and lovely sister.

From: Frank & Kehinde Okosun and family

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Imose MagazineBeauty, Culture & Integrity

www.imosemagazine, www.imosegalleria.com

Imose Global ProductionCongratulates ELA on your path for the advancement for EDO State

On the auspicious occasion of the award of ‘Distinguished Service Award’

to AAWE at the 2009 Edo Leadership Summit taking place in Chicago on August 6-9, 2009.

What an honour to receive such a distinguished award and the wonderful recognition for the important work you have been doing

for the less previdlged Edo girls and women.

You truly deserve this award and we wish you all the very best in your future endeavours.

Congratulations.FROM: MR. & MRS. VICTOR OKOSUN AND FAMILY

MR. & MRS. VICTOR OKOSUN

Hearty Congratulations To Our Lovely Sister


MEET ELA OFFICERS

PresidentDr. Oboma Asemota is a practicing medical doctor with a medical/surgical practice in Arkansas. He was trained at the University of Ibadan College of Medicine. He is Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons, England, Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburg and Fellow, West African College of Surgeons. He served under the Government of Ambrose Alli as: Commissioner of Finance, Commissioner of Agriculture and Commissioner for Energy.

Senior Vice PresidentMr. Sumonu Bello-Osagie is with the Protocol Office of the Consulate General of Nigeria New York. He was formerly National team coordinator of the Super Eagles. He is very active within the Nigerian Community and is a member of the Nigerian Advancement Committee, organizers of the Nigerian Independence Day parade, where thousands of Nigerians gather every year to celebrate Independence at the United Nations Park in New York. He is a Sports Ambassador. His recent activities included Partnering with Don King in the Heavy Weight Championship Fight in Mexico, where a Nigerian, Samuel Peters became the first African to win the WBC Heavyweight Champion of the World Title. The name Sumonu Bello-Osagie is synonymous with Sports, particularly, Football in Nigeria. He was the protocol liaison for the Atlanta Olympics Nigerian Football team that successfully won the first Gold medal for any African Country in the history of the Olympics. He is also well known within the Nigerian Movie Industry, his management consulting firm represents many of the top Nollywood ac-tors and actresses.

Vice President AdministrationMr. Joseph Ereyi’s recent Community activities include: PRO, Edo club of New jersey(1997-1998). Founding Vice President: The Edo association of Minnesota (1999-2001)Founding President(:alias Edo.1) Edo United Forum of greater St.Louis, Missouri and suburb of Illinois

Vice President PublicityDr. Dawodu is a practicing physician licensed in US, UK and Trinidad/Tobago with specialist qualifications in Rehabilitation Medicine, Pain Medicine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Spinal cord injury Medicine, Medical Informatics and Orthopedic Surgery. He graduated with a medical degree from University of Ibadan, Nigeria, a law degree from University of London, UK and an MBA from Johns Hopkins University, USA. Also postgraduate medical training in the US and UK.

Vice President FinanceDr. Kienuwa Obaseki works with Daimler (also called Mercedes Benz). His duties include the analysis of heavy duty engines. Prior to joining Daimler, his previous work includes Nuclear Power Plant analysis, and Railway bridge testing. He is dedicated to Edo, Nigeria and Africa affairs. His involvement in Edo, Nigeria and African affairs dates back in his early years in the USA. In 1976/1977, Kienuwa Obaseki was the Secretary-general of the African Progressive Union in Chicago, a group that was dedicated to bringing Africans together and also fought the apartheid of the then Rhodesia now Zimbabwe. He was also then active in the movement to free South Africa during his PhD career at Michigan State University. After his PhD career, he was one of the founding members of Edo National Association (ENA), USA and Edo Institute of America. He served on the Board of Trustee of the ENA for 4 years. It was during the tyrannical rule of the late General Abacha, Kienuwa Obaseki activities brought him in contact with Chief Anthony Enahoro and together with other dedicated Edo nationals formed Edo Okpamakhin in 1997. He is currently the Vice-President of Finance.

Vice President Programs and Eventsjoan.O’sa is the Founder of the Africa Special Interest Group (ASIG) of the Comparative and International Education Society, she is the Program Chair, Research Focus in Caribbean and Africa Education of the American Educational Research Association (AERA), an organization with over 25,000 members. She is currently working on a multi-country education initiative with ASIG and UNICEF- on research related to schooling in post-conflict societies in four African Countries. She is a research, multi-media and multi-dimensional events consultant and has consulted for entities such as Sesame Street-Nigeria. joan.O’sa Oviawe has been called a “social artist,” who is adept at bringing people together. As a self proclaimed Womanist, she delights her spare time in advocating against issues that dis-empower and disenfranchise women. She is an active participant in various UN-department led women’s empowerment initiatives. She was invited by UNESCO to participate in its “African Regional Conference on Dialogue amongst Civilizations, Cultures, and Peoples,” in Abuja, Nigeria. She was invited to join an e-forum discussion on “Women, and Political Participation in Africa,” by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. She also participated in the invited e-discussion on “Women and men: equal sharing of responsibilities” organized by the United Nations Division for the Advancement of Women.

joan.O’sa loves her people, her culture and her heritage and admires people who exhibit a healthy dose of joie de vivre.

Vice President, Policy and ProjectsOdaro Owen is a resident of CA and originally from Benin City where she started her primary education at St. Matthew’s. Ms. Owen Attended Baptist High School and went on to St. Philomena’s Hospital School of Midwifery. After completing her nursing program at Iye-Enu School of Nursing, she worked briefly as a School Nurse at the then College of Education, Iyaro. Ms. Owen became involved with the Benin Community when she moved to Chicago and since then, have held several positions including Sec. General, Akugbe-Oretin Club of Chicago; Treasurer, Edo Institute, and currently, Secretary Sister’s Club of Chicago and VP Project of ELA. She Works as an Organ Transplant Coordinator in a Los Angeles Medical Center hospital.


Thank You To Everyone Who Attended And Participated In The 2009 Edo Leadership

Summit.

We Couldn't Have done It Without You!

Dr. Oboma Asemota - President

Mr. Sumonu Bello-Osagie - Senior VP

Mr. Joseph Ereyi - VPAdministration

Dr. Segun Dawodu - VP Publcity

Dr. Kienuwa Obaseki - VP Finance

joan.O'sa Oviawe - VP Programs and Events

Ms. Odaro Owen- VP Policy and Projects

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ThankYou!Special Guests:

His Excellency, Crown Prince Eheneden Erediauwa (Edaiken N’Uselu)

The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Italy

Chief Launcher Chairwoman

Captain Hosa Okunbo Dr. (Mrs.) Esohe Enobakhare-Mark

Supporting Launchers

Mr. Greg U. Ogbeifun

Dr. Chris Ogiemwonyi

Chief Francis Aghedo

Mr. Osa Osunde

All Awards and Gala Banquet Guests

A special thanks to the following individuals and organizations for their financial and in-kind support:

¨ The Osifo Family

¨ Dr. ABC. Orjiakor

¨ Mr. Sidney Ighedosa (website)

¨ Grace Foundation

¨ Mr. Alex G. Igbineweka, The Azekazudo of Nigeria (Edo translation)

¨ Mr. Rasaq Bello-Osagie, ELA Nigeria Coordinator

¨ The President and members of the Edo Arts and Cultural Institute (EACHI)

¨ Madam Aghabiomon Ogbeiwi

¨ Mrs. Aghamioghogho Stone

¨ Mr. Felix Omoruyu

¨ Mr. Isaac Oviasogie

¨ Mr. Osaro Uhunmwagho – EACHI-ELA Liaison

¨ Dr. Rosaline Okosun (Fundraiser)

¨ PMREHAB

¨ Jane Leibowitz (gala invitation designer)

¨ All Program Book Advertisers

¨ Miss T. Odigie

** A special thank you to Ayesha Zaheer, for her outstanding graphic design contributions, done in gratis!

Volunteers:

¨ Claudia Grigorescu

¨ Fernanda Pineda

¨ Cynthia Omokaro

¨ Ms. Esther

¨ Osunde Johnson

ELA extends sincere gratitude to all our Supporters, Donors, Special Guests, all attendees, Volunteers, Facilitators, Rapporteurs, Reviewers and Moderators.

Your support and contributions means a great deal to us!

Acknowledgement

2009 program book of the edo leadership sumit

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